GRE Word List

EXEGESIS

exposition

The meaning of the word exegesis is exposition.

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WordMeaning
pitfalltrap
compoundsomething formed by a union of elements or parts
politicpolitical
riveta headed pin or bolt of metal used for uniting two or more pieces by passing the shank through a hole in each piece and then beating or pressing down the plain end so as to make a second head
spoilsportone who spoils the sport or pleasure of others
sobrietythe quality or state of being sober
orificean opening (such as a vent, mouth, or hole) through which something may pass
foreshadowto represent, indicate, or typify beforehand : prefigure
mollifyto soothe in temper or disposition : appease
draconianof, relating to, or characteristic of Draco or the severe code of laws held to have been framed by him